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Knight Transportation Inc (KNX)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/14/2025: KNX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
21 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $51.5
1 Year Target Price $51.5
| 9 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 10 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -31.21% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 6.94B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 41.89 | 1Y Target Price 51.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 41.89 | 1Y Target Price 51.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 21 | Beta 1.15 | 52 Weeks Range 36.39 - 60.79 | Updated Date 10/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 36.39 - 60.79 | Updated Date 10/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.60% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.02 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-10-22 | When After Market | Estimate 0.39 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 2.22% | Operating Margin (TTM) 3.89% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.3% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.3% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 41.89 | Forward PE 18.38 | Enterprise Value 9394863800 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.93 |
Enterprise Value 9394863800 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.93 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.26 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.03 | Shares Outstanding 162302000 | Shares Floating 157301475 |
Shares Outstanding 162302000 | Shares Floating 157301475 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.11 | Percent Institutions 99.69 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Knight Transportation Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Knight Transportation was founded in 1990 by Kevin Knight and his family. It quickly grew through acquisitions and organic expansion, focusing on providing truckload transportation services. In 2017, Knight Transportation merged with Swift Transportation to form Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. (KNX).
Core Business Areas
- Truckload: Provides over-the-road freight transportation services, including dry van, refrigerated, and dedicated fleet services.
- Less-Than-Truckload (LTL): Offers regional LTL services, specializing in shorter-haul shipments.
- Logistics: Provides brokerage and other logistics services, including intermodal and cross-border transportation.
Leadership and Structure
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. is led by CEO Adam Miller. The organizational structure includes various operating divisions responsible for specific service offerings.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Truckload Services: Over-the-road transportation of goods using company-owned and independent contractor trucks. Competitors include JB Hunt, Schneider National, and Werner Enterprises. Market share data for specific service lines within the truckload segment is difficult to isolate, but Knight-Swift is a major player. Revenue for the truckload segment is significant, constituting the largest portion of their overall revenue.
- Logistics Services: Freight brokerage, intermodal transportation, and other logistics solutions. Competitors include C.H. Robinson and Echo Global Logistics. Revenue from this segment contributes substantially to total revenues.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The trucking industry is highly competitive and cyclical, influenced by economic conditions, fuel prices, and government regulations. Demand is driven by consumer spending and industrial production.
Positioning
Knight-Swift is one of the largest truckload carriers in North America. Its competitive advantages include its scale, diverse service offerings, and strong financial position.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US trucking market is estimated to be over $800 billion. Knight-Swift's revenue represents a small percentage of the TAM, leaving room for growth. They are positioned to capture a larger share through acquisitions and organic growth.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large fleet size
- Diverse service offerings
- Strong brand reputation
- Experienced management team
- Extensive network coverage
Weaknesses
- Exposure to fuel price fluctuations
- Dependence on driver availability
- High capital expenditures
- Integration risks from acquisitions
Opportunities
- Increased demand for e-commerce deliveries
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Adoption of new technologies
- Consolidation in the trucking industry
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Rising insurance costs
- Stricter government regulations
- Driver shortage
- Increased competition
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- JBHT
- SNDR
- WERN
- ODFL
- SAIA
Competitive Landscape
Knight-Swift has a scale advantage over many competitors. Its diverse service offerings and logistics capabilities provide a competitive edge. However, competitors may have strengths in specific niches.
Major Acquisitions
U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc.
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 808
- Strategic Rationale: Strengthens Knight-Swift's position in the truckload market and provides access to new customers and geographies.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Knight-Swift has grown significantly through acquisitions and organic expansion. Review revenue and earnings growth trends over the past decade.
Future Projections: Consult analyst reports for revenue and earnings growth forecasts. Consider factors such as economic outlook, industry trends, and company-specific initiatives.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on improving efficiency, expanding its logistics business, and investing in technology. Example: Expanding LTL service, implementing new software solutions.
Summary
Knight-Swift is a major player in the trucking and logistics industry, benefiting from its scale and diverse service offerings. The company has experienced considerable growth through acquisitions. Its size allows the company to operate efficiently, but it must successfully integrate them. Looking ahead, it must look out for rising costs and competition.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q), Investor Relations website, Analyst reports (e.g., Yahoo Finance, Bloomberg).
- Company Press Releases
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is based on available estimates and may vary. Financial data is subject to change. Please conduct your own research before making any investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Knight Transportation Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Phoenix, AZ, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1994-10-25 | CEO & Director Mr. Adam W. Miller CPA | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Trucking | Full time employees 35300 | Website https://knight-swift.com |
Full time employees 35300 | Website https://knight-swift.com | ||
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides freight transportation services in the United States and Mexico. The company operates through four segments: Truckload, Less-than-truckload (LTL), Logistics, and Intermodal. The Truckload segment provides transportation services, which include irregular route and dedicated, refrigerated, expedited, flatbed, and cross-border operations. This segment operates an average of 22,791 tractors, which includes 20,644 company tractors and 2,147 independent contractor tractors, as well as 92,831 trailers. The LTL segment offers regional LTL transportation services through a network of approximately 170 service centers; and national coverage through partner carrier outside the network. This segment operates an average of 3,569 tractors and 9,564 trailers. The Logistic segment provides brokerage and other freight management services through third-party transportation providers and equipment. The Intermodal segment offers transportation services, including freight through third-party intermodal rail services on trailing equipment, such as containers and trailers on flat cars; and drayage services. This segment operates an average of 615 tractors and 12,572 intermodal containers. The company also provides repair and maintenance shop, equipment leasing, warranty, and insurance services; and warehousing and driving academy services, as well as manufactures trailer parts. It serves retail, food and beverage, consumer and paper products, transportation and logistics, housing and building, automotive, and manufacturing industries. The company was incorporated in 1989 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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